Denis Wick 4B vs Kelly 7C

The Kelly 7C has a wider cup diameter, the Denis Wick 4B has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Denis Wick 4B
    • Cornet
    Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width5.17 mm / 0.2035 in
    Throat diameter4.27 mm / 0.1681 in
    BackboreV-type
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Kelly 7C
      • Cornet
      General
      Cup diameter16.51 mm / 0.6500 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      BackboreS
      Finish
      MaterialLexan polycarbonate
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing
      📋Beginner / intermediate

      Cup Diameter

      The Kelly 7C has a cup diameter of 16.51 mm / 0.6500 in compared to 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in on the Denis Wick 4B — a difference of 0.01 mm / 0.0004 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

      Throat Diameter

      The Denis Wick 4B has a wider throat (4.27 mm / 0.1681 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      Material

      The Denis Wick 4B is described as unspecified, and the Kelly 7C as Lexan polycarbonate. Material affects mass, warmth, and how quickly the piece responds.

      Which is better?

      Neither mouthpiece clearly dominates the other — the right choice depends on your embouchure, playing style, and the sound you're after. Try both if possible.

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